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Marriage and Family Therapists Salary in North Carolina
Ranked #37 of 45 · NC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of marriage and family therapistss in North Carolina earn between $27,860 and $109,200. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean marriage and family therapists salary in North Carolina is $57,090, about 25.8% below the U.S. average ($76,960). That works out to roughly $27/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greensboro-High Point, NC | $109,200 | $91,740 | 90 |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $55,500 | $63,290 | — |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC | $50,820 | $55,590 | 40 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $50,640 | $62,130 | 80 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $49,690 | $59,020 | 110 |
| Greenville, NC | $46,610 | $62,280 | 40 |
| Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $45,430 | $56,190 | 50 |
| Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $43,710 | $45,580 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do marriage and family therapists make in North Carolina?
The median marriage and family therapists salary in North Carolina is $48,100 per year (mean $57,090), and about 80% earn between $27,860 and $109,200.
How much do marriage and family therapists make per hour in North Carolina?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $57,090 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is North Carolina a high-paying state for marriage and family therapists?
North Carolina ranks #37 of 45 states for marriage and family therapists pay. Its mean salary of $57,090 is about 25.8% below the U.S. average of $76,960.
Which metro areas in North Carolina pay marriage and family therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in North Carolina for marriage and family therapists are Greensboro-High Point, NC ($109,200), Raleigh-Cary, NC ($55,500), Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC ($50,820), by median annual wage.